Senator John Mitchell of Oregon and the long, illicit career
A critical portrait traces John Hipple Mitchell of Oregon from his Pennsylvania birth name to a public life tainted by bigamy desertion and political infighting. The piece cites Harvey W. Scott of the Oregonian exposing Mitchell’s secret history, his Senate tenure, party power plays, and later legal troubles, noting his enduring political reputation despite controversy.
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John H. Mitchell
Orson
John M. Hippie
Pennsylvania
Mitchell
United States
IST
Harvey W. Scott
Oregonian
Republican Party
Orevets
Senate
Joseph Simeon
United States Senate
Wes
Youn
Col
Scott
Thetis
Achilles
Styx
Remler
Seward Subport Created To Streamline Vessel Clearances
A subport at Seward will let foreign and domestic vessels clear customs locally, avoiding trips to neighboring ports. Secretary of the Treasury backing, with port officials noting Seattle freighters may use Seward directly, saving time and distance. Collector Clarence L. Hobart pushed the plan, pledging to promote it to Secretary Shaw.
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Secretary of the Treasury
Tr Atvendy
Spwetay
Seattle
Seward
Valdes
Clarence L. Hobart
Cestoms Jet
Alaska
Alaska Delegates Clash Over Congress Access
Dick Ryan and Capt. Humphrey, Seattle convention delegates, dispute the proper method to gain congressional access. Ryan insists only their privileges count, while Humphrey argues credentials are lacking and action would be futile. The piece notes tensions and broader Alaska interests influencing Washington lobbying.
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Dick Ryan
Capt
Humphrey
Seattle
Capt. Humphrey
Mr. Ryan
Ryan
Arctic Circle
Capt Thmphrey
Washinton
Alaspal Done
Kans
Alaska
Washington
Miles of Washington Becomes Horace McClure's Private Secretary
Major Miles of Washington is identified as Horace McClure formerly managing editor of the Most Intelligencer and a leading Northwest newspaper man. McClure's new role is described as onerous yet a vacation compared with his previous duties.
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Major Miles
Washington
Horace McClure
Managin
The
Most Intelligencer
Northwest
McClure
Sentinel Hopes For Immigrant Influx To Boost Town
The town hopes to add hundreds of residents next year as Alaska towns seek new immigrants with funds. Officials warn that many communities prefer monetary contribution over personal backgrounds, while the Sentinel hints at broader enrollment plans.
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Angel Sentinel
Alaska
The
Doukhobors Attract Attention For Road Work In Sewand
A fragmented report notes Doukhobors attracted by a widely advertised semiperishable job on the car road in Sewand. The piece hints at public interest and local tensions around their presence and attire.
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Sewand
Glenglishmen Debate Premier Title With Historical Figures
A fragmentary note discusses addressing the prime minister as Me Tad and contrasts Henry Campbell-Bannerman with William Gladstone and the younger Pitt, portraying a premier too large for artificial noble titles.
Japan’s Rise Through Aggression Seen in Korea Rape
An unsigned note asserts Japan’s joy in Russian indignation over China stems from a desire to seize all, and accuses Japan of quickly proving this by the rape of Korea.
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Japan
China
Kore
Connecticut People Who Got Mad Reform Urgently
Vague account of angry Connecticut residents warning reform, using heated language about hell and moral judgment. The text depicts locals accusing others and urging immediate change, with emphasis on fiery rhetoric and moral consequences.
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Connecticut
Hell
Tammany Chief Murph Canada Faces Accusations and Flight
Tammany leader Murph Canada is alleged to have fled to a winter resort amid insinuations of avoiding arrest related to election fraud charges. Local officials and supporters seek clarity as investigators pursue possible legal action.
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Tammany
Murph
Canada
Boston Mayor Election Hints From Dublin Contrast
Mr. Fitzgerald appears to be favored for Boston mayor unless a rival such as O'Brien or Flaherty challenges him. The remark notes that a candidate with that surname could carry Boston as Dublin if not opposed by strong contenders.
Denver Critics Hail Mansfield Manish Matching Stage Greats
Denver dramatic critics praised Richard Mansfield and Fuller Menish, declaring Menish as good as the renowned Mansfield. The review elevates both performers, noting Mansfield’s leading man status and Menish’s comparable talent.
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Richard Mansfield
Fuller Menish
Denver
Menish
Manstielil
Canucks fail to prove art claim on Bernhardt mural
A clipped historical note reports Canadian artists attempting to fresco Sarah Bernhardt with aged eggs to defend a stylistic claim. The effort is described as unproven and the artistic justification appears unfounded amid the fragmentary record.
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Sarah Bernhardt
Mitchell dies in Portland after blood loss from tooth extraction
Senator John H. Mitchell of Oregon died this morning in Portland from hemorrhages caused by tooth extraction. He was 70 and a four time U S senator. His career included controversy over charges involving fees and patent schemes, with retrospective notes on his marriages and political maneuvers. The story also mentions a newborn incident and a U S Supreme Court tax ruling affecting a Kentucky corporation.
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Gateway
Portland
Ove
Dee
John H. Mitchell
Oregon
Mitchell
United States
House of Representatives
Miell
Pstroy Mitchell Wits
U.S. District Court
John M. Fipple
Pennsylvania
Tsi Wien
Tse
Witt
Stall Chiliven
Pacific
Solin
Mitchello
Vietwd
Supreme Court of the
Unite States
Kentucky
Real Estate Records Nov 20 to Hoorah Gold Mining Co
New at Seward shows numerous transfers and options including Ballaine sales to Stokes Munsell Hale and Lane, plus agreements for Hoorah Group quartz claims and Falls Creek placer sites. Listings cover homesteads, quartz and placer claims, with multiple briefranged deeds and powers of attorney noted in the Falls Creek district.
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Hooral Gold Mining Co
Falls Creek
Seward
Ballaine
P. G. Hale
Genevieve Ballaine
Dee. SF
Tae Ballaine
Thos
Carstens
Inc
HL Trownlower
J Wilson
Crayon Creek
Sune
Wim. N. Armstrong
John C. Strong
C. D. Lane
Jack
John Leehner
C.D. Lane
Berty, Cole
WC. Graham
Hook Gold Mining Co
Captain
Seattle
Weekly Weather Record in Alaska for December 11
The report notes fair progress in rebuilding the telegaph line between Rampart and Fort Gibbon despite cold weather. It invites Alaskans traveling to Seattle for business or other reasons to address mail to themselves in care of the Industrial Bureau of the Alaska Central Railway Company in Seattle and use the Bureau as headquarters while there.
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War Department
Rampart
Fort Gibbon
Seattle
Industrial Bureau
Alaska Central Railway Company
Lumber Exchange Building
Wash
Alaska Central Railway Co
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Fred Wagner
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Olympia Beer
Olympia Brewing CO
Jackson St
Northwestern Steamship Company
U.S. Mail and Express
Valdez
Santa Glara
Santa
Seldovia
S. S. Neptune
Santa Ana
Kutat
Hilemar
Vale
Neptune
Jan Seward
Cook Inlet
Sewayaska
Fr . Coleman House
Cullon
S. P. Brown
A. F. Trowbridge
Mar
E. G. McMicken
First Ave
Alaska Commercial Co
Bertha
John J. McManus
Brown and Hawkin's
WARD
San Francisco
Sansome St
HU Siphrey
G. W. Palmer General Merchandise
Prospector's
Knik P.O
Seward News
Adaress
Seward P. O
Vunch
Lascy
Frank H.lasgy
U.S. Mineral and Land Surveyor
District of Alaska
Rainier-Grand Hotel
Wilson & White Co
Chas Perry
Mgr
Fox Island
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Third Avenue
C. T. Daggett
F. Cor
Fourth Ave
Washington St
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Brown & Hawkins
Seward Alaska
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Sika
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